Best 2 Ambrosia Cupcakes Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our ambrosia cupcakes, a heavenly treat that combines the classic flavors of pineapple, coconut, and maraschino cherries. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. But that's not all! This article also features two additional ambrosia dessert recipes: a no-bake ambrosia dessert and a refreshing ambrosia salad. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delectable ambrosia creations!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
AMBROSIA CUPCAKES
These unbeatable cupcakes are loaded with flavor. Pineapple, apricot, coconut...your taste buds will be dancing! The addition of butter, shortening and sour cream to the batter guarantees a moist, tender crumb. Yum! -Zan Brock, Jasper, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract. , In another bowl, whisk the sour cream, apricot nectar and preserves. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream mixture. Beat just until blended. Stir in pecans. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter., Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and extracts until light and fluffy. Beat in preserves. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until blended. , Frost cupcakes; sprinkle with coconut. Garnish with cherries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PISTACHIO AMBROSIA CUPCAKES
The light fluffy ambrosia salad on top of a simple cupcake is simply delicious. These are cute, cool and look almost too pretty to eat but grab a fork and dig in. The cherry on top is the perfect touch.These cupcakes would be fabulous for a summer or spring potluck. What a fabulous idea!
Provided by Linda BONWILL
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Bake cupcakes according to directions, let cool completely before adding topping.
- 2. In large bowl toss all other ingredients.
- 3. Top each cupcake with about 2 tablespoons of topping.
- 4. Add one cherry to top of each cupcake. Enjoy!!!
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor.
- If you don't have time to make the marshmallows from scratch, you can use store-bought marshmallows.
- Be sure to drain the pineapple well before adding it to the cupcakes. This will help prevent the cupcakes from becoming too wet.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a spoon to dollop the frosting onto the cupcakes.
- Be creative with your toppings! You can use chopped nuts, sprinkles, or even edible flowers to decorate your cupcakes.
Conclusion:
These ambrosia cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist and fluffy cake, creamy frosting, and sweet and tangy filling, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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